State of the World from NPR Return to the Motherland or Illegal Land Transfer? Depends on Who You Ask (Encore)
Nov 28, 2024
Discover Ghana's intriguing initiative inviting people of African descent to return home with promises of free land. Hear contrasting stories of returning diasporans celebrating their new beginnings while local Ghanaians express concerns over lost farmland. The episode explores deep tensions between opportunity and ownership, revealing the complexities of a nation striving for unity amid discord. Tune in for a captivating look at identity, migration, and the repercussions of goodwill.
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Len Voskaya's Story
- Len Voskaya, originally from Jamaica, settled in Pan-African Village, Ghana.
- He sought a place where he felt a sense of belonging after feeling like a second-class citizen in Canada.
Ghana's Year of Return
- Ghana's President Nana Akufo-Addo launched the "Year of Return" campaign in 2019.
- This initiative encouraged people of African descent to return to the continent, specifically Ghana.
Moyen Vivali's New Life
- Moyen Vivali, originally from Jamaica and later the US, moved to Pan-African Village and received land.
- She now holds the title of Diaspora Development Queen for Ghana.